End of Summer Venue Showcase at The Octagon Barn: The Perfect Way to Plan Your Barn Wedding
As summer draws to a close and fall makes its debut, there was no better time to celebrate the magic of barn-style weddings than at our End of Summer Venue Showcase. Whether you’re already in the midst of planning or just beginning to dream up your big day, this event gave our guests the perfect opportunity to meet the best vendors in the industry, get inspired, and see how our charming barn venue comes to life with the help of top-tier wedding professionals.
At The Octagon Barn, we understand that planning a wedding is no small feat. From the décor to the food, the flowers to the music; every detail counts. Our Venue Showcases are designed to connect couples with trusted local vendors who specialize in creating unforgettable wedding experiences. Let’s take a look at why these events are the perfect way to jumpstart your wedding planning journey.
Why Attend our Venue Showcases?
1. Meet the Best Wedding Vendors
From florists and photographers to caterers and DJs, our curated selection of wedding suppliers is handpicked for their expertise, creativity, and attention to detail. This type of event gives you a unique opportunity to meet and chat with these vendors face-to-face, ask questions, and get a feel for their work. Whether you’re envisioning a rustic-chic affair or a more classic, elegant barn wedding, you’ll find everything you need to bring your vision to life.
2. Tour the Venue in Full Wedding Mode
Our renovated barn venue is stunning year-round, but there’s something extra special about seeing it dressed up for a wedding. During the showcase, you’ll have the chance to tour the space as it’s beautifully set up for a wedding celebration. Picture yourself walking down an aisle lined with flowers, or dancing under the soft glow of fairy lights and elegant drapes. You’ll also get a firsthand look at how different vendors transform the space, from floral arrangements to table settings.
3. Inspiration & Ideas for Your Wedding
The showcase isn’t just about meeting vendors; it’s also about sparking inspiration. See creative ideas for décor, floral arrangements, wedding cakes, and more. You can pick up brochures, ask for advice, and get ideas that you might not have thought of yet. Whether you’re looking for something trendy or timeless, the showcase is packed with possibilities. For this showcase specifically, we styled the space based on an Italian aesthetic, light and elegant fabrics, beautiful architecture, picturesque settings, flavourful food, soothing sounds, soft décor, warm lighting and inspirational people. It doesn’t get much more summery than that!
Featured Suppliers at the End of Summer Venue Showcase
Our End of Summer Venue Showcase featured some of the finest local wedding vendors. Here are just a few that featured at this event:
1. The Octagon Barn – Wedding Planning, Coordination & Styling Assistance
Not only do we supply the perfect Barn style venue, we also help to organise your day too! Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but with the help of our wonderful team, you can enjoy the process and ensure every detail is taken care of. You can arrange your viewing of the Barn and Grounds and learn how we can help you with everything from timeline management to vendor coordination on the big day.
2. The Wild Shed – Floristry
Known for her breathtaking floral arrangements, Emily at The Wild Shed brings a perfect blend of rustic charm and elegance to barn weddings. Whether you’re dreaming of cascading bouquets or simple yet stunning centrepieces, Emily has the expertise to bring your floral vision to life.
3. Aurora Grey – Photography / David Flynn - Videography
Capture every moment of your big day with the artistry of Alicia at Aurora Grey and David Flynn. Alicia specializes in natural, light-filled wedding photography, perfect for barn venues. David’s smooth transitions and directorial eye are sure to capture the true cinematography of your big day. At the showcase, couples were able to catch a chance to see their portfolios and discuss how they can help tell your wedding story through photos and video.
4. Norfolk’s Edge – Catering / Aimee’s Kitchen - Cake Design
One of the most important elements of any wedding is the food, and Norfolk’s Edge serves up delicious, high-quality meals that will have your guests talking long after the wedding day. Guests were invited to sample some of their best dishes and at the showcase to help make the perfect choice for their celebration. And we all know how important the cake is to the big day itself, and Aimee is a true master of her craft. Customise your Wedding cake to suit your personal theme and Flavour palette; it doesn’t get much better than that.
5. EA DJs & Photobooth
Set the mood for your celebration with the perfect soundtrack! Duki & his team offer their expert DJ services, with years of experience, tailoring the music to suit your ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, and reception. Duki’s partner Jenny runs their photobooth which is an optional extra, adding a fun way to capture memorable experiences & entertain your guests even further. Plus, they have the most amazing vibe and truly celebrate with you!
6. Smoke & Wildwood / Array Wedding & Event Hire / PROPosal Wedding Hire / Quirk Events – Event Rentals, Décor & Styling
Not sure where to start with your wedding furniture & décor? Daisy and her team at Smoke & Wildwood are the fabulous stylists who have worked their magic on several occasions here at The OB. They take empty DIY venues such as ours and work with you to design the space, set it all up (so you don’t have to do the heavy lifting!) and style it, as well as then packing it all down the day after and helping you with what to hire too. They also have the wonderful SnapFetti vintage VW bay window camper van photobooth, Betty! Photos will be shared with you via an online link, or uploaded straight into the app and shared with your guests.
Daisy styled the venue at the showcase using props and decorations from Array Wedding & Event Hire, PROPosal Wedding Hire and drapes from Quirk Events. Each individual item generously enhances each space and creates a real sense of atmosphere, elevating your wedding décor.
7. Silk & Ink – Wedding Stationery, Invitations & Signage
Set the tone for your wedding day with custom-designed stationery by Silk & Ink. From elegant invitations to thank-you cards to Welcome signage; they offer a full suite of services to make your wedding stationery unforgettable. Whether you’re drawn to simple, minimalist designs or something with a bit of rustic flair, guests could browse samples of their work and discuss options for save-the-dates, invitations, signage and more at the showcase.
8. Silverline – Wedding Transport
Arrive in style with wedding transportation from Silverline Limousines and Wedding Car Hire, offering everything from classic cars to vintage farm trucks that are perfect for barn weddings. They provide unique options that will enhance your photos and make your arrival at the venue truly special.
9. Best @ Bars – Bar Services & Signature Cocktails
Add a little extra flair to your wedding with specialty cocktails and bar services from Matt at Best @ Bars. Whether you're envisioning a rustic whiskey bar or a sophisticated cocktail station, their team offers full-service bar options tailored to your theme. Guests were able to sample some of their signature drinks and discuss how they can help create a custom drink menu that fits their barn wedding perfectly.
10. Teepees, Tents and Treats – Teepees and Outdoor lodgings
Bring some fun to your barn wedding with Georgie’s Teepees, Tents and Treats! She offers a variety of indoor and outdoor set ups, designed perfectly to entertain children of all ages at your wedding, whilst seamlessly tying it in with your wedding décor or theme. Perfect for cocktail hour, rustic outdoor receptions, pre-wedding sleepovers; these tents are a great way to add a relaxed, fun vibe to your celebration.
11. Social Scenes – Content Creator & Social Media Services
Let Beth at Social Scenes, a professional content creator and wedding influencer, help capture the magic of your barn wedding for social media. Offering styled shoots, Instagram-worthy moments, and a curated social media plan for your big day, Beth ensures that your wedding's special moments reach the digital world in a stylish and authentic way. She'll work with you to create shareable content and give you tips on making your wedding hashtag go viral!
12. Abigail Patrick – Wedding Singer
Make your ceremony even more memorable with a live performance by Abigail Patrick, a talented singer known for creating moving, intimate moments at weddings. From an emotional rendition of your favourite love song during the ceremony to a lively set during cocktail hour or reception, Abigail will tailor her music to match the mood of your celebration.
13. Edwina Goody – Celebrant
A fan favourite here at Octagon, Edwina creates a truly meaningful ceremony. She is an experienced wedding celebrant who specializes in crafting personalized, heartfelt ceremonies. Whether you envision a traditional ceremony or something more modern and unique, Edwina will work with you to write a ceremony that reflects your love story and personalities. She’ll guide you through every step of the ceremony process, ensuring it’s as special as your relationship.
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Fancy coming to our next Venue Showcase?
We are holding our annual Winter Venue Showcase on Sunday 15th December 2024 from 10am-4pm. Expect glittering lights, rich colours and fabrics, beautiful wedding décor, and several wonderful suppliers providing their products and services, who will be here on the day to chat to. Get in touch now if you would like an appointment with a member of our team for a guided tour of the venue.
We could be the perfect venue for you if you’re looking for…
- Dry hire, dress the venue however you like
- 3 day exclusive hire
- Ample parking
- Luxury toilets
- Choice of 8 different ceremony locations
- Stunning, historical grade 2 listed building that will be sure to amaze your guests
- Countryside location but still only 20 minutes from the city of Norwich
- Planning & styling assistance
At The Octagon Barn, we’re here to help make your dream wedding come true—one step at a time. We can’t wait to meet you and help you begin the journey to your perfect barn wedding.
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